Surah At-Takwir (81) — Ayah 1
Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim — Hafiz Abdus Salam Bin Muhammad Bhutvi
Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim is a 4-volume Quran commentary by Hafiz Abdus Salam bin Muhammad Bhutvi, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar and Sheikh ul-Hadith from Pakistan. Based on over 45 years of teaching and research, this tafsir follows the methodology of Tafsir bil-Ma'thur — interpreting the Quran through authentic Hadith, statements of the Companions, and the understanding of the early generations (Salaf). It is distinguished by its complete avoidance of Israeliyyat (Judeo-Christian narratives) and unverified reports. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
In the opening verses of this Surah, twelve things that will occur on the Day of Resurrection have been mentioned. The first six things will happen at the time of the first blowing (of the trumpet), and the last six things at the time of the second blowing. After these, in the thirteenth verse, that matter is stated which is the purpose of mentioning all these things, that is, at that time every soul will know what it has brought with it.
(Ayah 1) {اِذَا الشَّمْسُ كُوِّرَتْ: ’’كَوْرُ الْعِمَامَةِ وَ تَكْوِيْرُهَا‘‘} To wrap a turban. {’’تَكْوِيْرُ الْمَتَاعِ‘‘} To gather and tie up belongings. (Summary of Qamoos) {’’ كُوِّرَتْ ‘‘} That is, the sun, which is so vast, its rays and light will be wrapped up and it will become completely devoid of light. The same will happen to the moon. Thus, it is narrated from Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: [ اَلشَّمْسُ وَالْقَمَرُ مُكَوَّرَانِ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ ] [ بخاري، بدء الخلق، باب صفۃ الشمس والقمر : ۳۲۰۰ ] "The sun and the moon will be wrapped up on the Day of Resurrection."
Tafsir Ahsan al-Bayan — Hafiz Salahuddin Yusuf
Tafsir Ahsan al-Bayan is a well-known Quran commentary by Hafiz Salahuddin Yusuf, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar from Pakistan. This tafsir explains the meanings of the Quran in accordance with the methodology of the Salaf (early righteous generations), relying on authentic sources and straightforward language. Due to its reliability and adherence to sound Islamic scholarship, the Saudi government publishes and distributes this tafsir among the Hujjaj (pilgrims) visiting the Haramain. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran — Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran (Facilitation of the Quran) is a comprehensive Quran commentary by Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar from Pakistan. Known for his eloquent and accessible writing style, Kilani authored this tafsir with a focus on clarity — making Quranic meanings understandable to the common reader. The tafsir provides detailed historical context for verses related to battles and expeditions, and firmly refutes modernist ideologies using strong scriptural evidence. It is widely regarded as an invaluable resource for understanding the Quran and countering deviant interpretations. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
[1] Sayyiduna Ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both) says that the Prophet ﷺ said: Whoever wishes to see the Day of Resurrection with his own eyes should recite Surah At-Takweer, Al-Infitar, and Al-Inshiqaq. [ترمذي، ابواب التفسير]
[2] ﴿كوّر﴾ means to wrap something like a turban or headcloth and to twist it over and over. It contains both concepts of circular wrapping and gathering together, that is, to wrap something in a circle and keep tightening it. The meaning is that the rays of the sun, its light, and its heat will all be gathered up, and it will remain just a body without light.
